Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Prector Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting. It is mainly given to treat nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and stomach/intestinal infection.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension may be given before or after meals. To control vomiting caused due to chemotherapy, give this medicine to your child 30 minutes before the procedure. Give it 1 to 2 hours before a radiotherapy session and 1 hour before surgery to prevent your child from vomiting post these procedures. If your child expels out the medicine within 30 minutes of the intake, help your child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double the dose if it is already time for the next dose.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Codeine Dextropropoxyphene Nalbuphine Pentazocine
How it works
During radiotherapy, chemotherapy, abdominal infection, or any major surgeries, the dead cells in the body start releasing a chemical called serotonin directly into the blood. Later, this stimulates special centers in the body that are responsible for inducing vomiting in your child. Giving Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
Quick Tips
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension effectively controls nausea and bouts of vomiting reflex in children undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions. It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes. Practice self-care measures: Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration, Avoid giving fried and spicy food or heavy meals to your child, Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension used for?
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension is generally administered before major surgical procedures or chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. It may be prescribed by a physician to prevent vomiting after the procedure. It can also be helpful in treating vomiting caused by stomach disorders. In such cases, your child's doctor may prescribe Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension for several days.
What if my child takes too much Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension?
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension is unlikely to cause harm if an extra dose is given accidentally. However, contact your child's doctor immediately. Sometimes, excessive intake can lead to serious side effects such as excessive sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerks, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures. These symptoms are collectively known as serotonin syndrome. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these occur.
How should Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension be stored?
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension should be kept at room temperature in a dry place away from direct heat and light. All medications should also be out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental intake.
What all medicines should my child avoid while taking Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension?
Generally, it is advised not to give Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension with antidepressant medications, apomorphine, anti-migraine medications, painkillers, heart medications, and antibiotics like linezolid. However, consulting your child's doctor before deciding on any medication regimen is crucial.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if they develop symptoms of serotonin syndrome like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomit, inability to pass gas, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension along with it?
Junior Emepro 2mg Oral Suspension should not be combined with medications meant to treat depression or migraines because such combinations may lead to serotonin syndrome. Consulting your child's doctor before administering any medication is crucial.
